When you no longer need to use an AI Gateway instance, you can delete it to release resources and stop billing. Deletion operations fall into two scenarios: manual deletion and automatic release upon expiration/overdue payment. When manually deleting an instance, you will be provided with risk confirmation and release options; please exercise caution.
This document will guide you through the manual deletion process and explain the rules for automatic resource release by the system after expiration or overdue payment.
Operation Steps
Deleting a Gateway Instance Manually
If you confirm that you no longer need a running AI Gateway instance, you can log in to the console to manually delete it.
2. On the Instance List page, locate the target instance and click Delete in the Actions column.
3. The system will display a "Confirm Deletion" confirmation window. Please carefully read and confirm the relevant information and options.
Release resources option
Immediate release: The system will permanently terminate all related configurations and data. This action is irreversible; please exercise caution.
Release after 2 hours: The system will first move the instance to the recycle bin and retain it for 2 hours (billing will continue during this period). If you need to restore the instance within 2 hours, you can attempt the operation, but it may fail due to insufficient resources. After 2 hours, the system will automatically and permanently release the related configurations and data. This action is irreversible.
4. After confirming the above information and selecting the checkbox, click the Delete button at the bottom of the window. To cancel the operation, click Cancel.
Note:
Only instances in the Running/Failed state can be terminated.
After the instance is released, all its configurations, routes, monitoring data, and so on, will be cleared. This operation is irreversible; please proceed with caution.
Deleting a Gateway Instance Automatically Upon Expiration or in Arrears
If your AI Gateway instance expires without renewal or your account is in arrears, the system will automatically handle it according to the following rules:
1. Resource retention period (up to 7 days): After an instance expires or enters arrears, it will enter the "Isolated" state in the console and be retained for up to 7 calendar days. During this period, the instance cannot provide production services, but saved data and configurations will not be deleted. For details, see Arrears Description. 2. Renewal recovery: During the 7-day retention period, you can locate the instance in the "Instance List" in the console and restore service by selecting Renew in the Actions column. After successful renewal, the instance will return to the "Running" state.
3. Automatic release: If the instance is not renewed by the 7th day (inclusive) after expiration/arrears, the system will automatically release all related computing and storage resources at 00:00 on the 8th day (Beijing time). After resource release, all data in the instance will be permanently erased and unrecoverable.